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PUND-it/ˈpʌndɪt/

A pundit is a person who gives opinions as an expert, especially in the media: a pundit in the lobby, a board pundit. Expert (already in the dictionary) is everyday; commentary is not invigilation.

Meaning

A person who gives opinions as an expert, especially in the media (from expert, already in the dictionary).

Examples

• “A pundit in the lobby is not a named invigilator.”
• “Expert is already in this course. Commentator is the close twin. A speech is ceremony. A name on the log is cover. Write the name; then keep the commentary if the sitting still stands.”

Good to know

A public expert-commentator. Everyday: expert (already in the dictionary). Commentary ≠ cover.

Near in meaning

commentator, authority, expert

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